Mark was born and raised in Holladay, Utah. After high school graduation Mark attended Brigham Young University and then served a mission for the LDS church in Vienna, Austria. It is in Austria that Mark began his life long quest for Architecture and Design. Mark was always one who paid attention to detail. It was architecture that focused his demand for exactness and perfection. Following his mission he returned to BYU and then later the University of Utah. After Graduating with a degree in Business Finance with a strong emphasis in Real Estate. Mark began his career in Home Building during college but after graduation put it on hold to fulfill a lifelong dream as a pilot in the United States Air Force. Mark served actively for a number of years then transferred to the Reserves in Utah where he served another 7 years as a pilot in the Utah National Guard. Mark started his present company (Olsen Traditional Homes, Inc.) in 1993 after leaving active duty. Olsen Traditional Homes has been his prime focus for over 20 years. Although monetary needs are always a concern, his main focus has always been to better the city with tasteful architecture and proper honest dealings. Mark is very proud that in his life long career of real estate development and building he has never had a upset client and never once allowed a single bill of the many thousands to be paid late or unpaid. A difficult but worthwhile challenge concerning our recent economy. Mark resides in Holladay with his wife and is the father of five beautiful children.

Premiere Home Building

Mark Olsen has been building premiere designer homes in Utah for over 20 years. The homes built by Mark are uniquely there own. From the custom molding and masonry to uniquely designed and drafted entry ways that will give your house the feeling of home. read more

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Realtor: Let me help you find or sell a home

Licensed realtor for over 25 years

Mark received his education qualification for his license at the University of Utah in the School of Business.

Realtor - Builder - Remodeler

Walking through a home with the agent who was the builder/architect/remodeler is invaluable.

Best Home Quality and Price

The Agent can make all the difference in the world to a client who needs a smart buy or groundbreaking sale.

Personal Realtor: Hands on

So whether it's selling your previous residence or looking for a new home Mark is personally there for you.

Amazing track record

Amazingly, Mark has historically sold over 70% of all his listings himself. Nothing tells the story better than results.

Premier Utah Realtor

I have helped families buy and sell some of the most amazing homes in Utah.

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Price and Value

Remodeling is perhaps where one achieves the greatest change for the least amount of money.

Amazing Work Crews

Mark works diligently to assure those working on your job are of strong moral character.

Saftey & Privacy

When remodeling around a family and valuables, safety, privacy and respect is paramount.

Passion & Commitment

Remodeling is one of the most exciting aspect of Marks work, no job is too small.

Architecture

Mark has designed well over $50 million dollars in Estates, Homes, Subdivisions, Landscaping and Interior details. It is through the marriage of research in time tested architecture, an appreciation of fine lines and movement, coupled with his vast experience in building that his magic is found. Few individuals have had all these tools on their belt. Since all drawings are done on CAD software each client may make as many changes as needed to experiment with multiple ideas and floor plans. This is done with each client to assure the best plan possible. So whether it's a small remodel project looking to gain an open feel in an older home or a massive estate looking for some coziness with a quaint patio of the master, Mark is eager to surpass your expectations. Mark is also happy to work with any other Architects clients may have. There is no ego in play, just the client.

Interior Architecture

Interior Architecture is the finishing details completed in the finish carpentry stage. This includes, cabinets, book cases, moldings, hardwood dens and nooks, wainscoting, beamed and paneled ceilings etc. Mark feels Interior Architecture is one of the biggest oversights in Americas homes. He feels, it is through interior Architecture that a home gains the bulk of its character and charm.

Remodeling

Price and Value

Remodeling is perhaps where one achieves the greatest change for the least amount of money.

Amazing Work Crews

Mark works diligently to assure those working on your job are of strong moral character.

Saftey & Privacy

When remodeling around a family and valuables, safety, privacy and respect is paramount.

Passion & Commitment

Remodeling is one of the most exciting aspect of Marks work, no job is too small.

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General Contracting - Olsen Traditional Homes, Inc.

Mark has served as general contractor for homes and various projects for over 20 years.

As a fully licensed contractor Marks company Olsen Traditional Homes, Inc. has been building since 1988. Mark has the experience, reputation, and honest ethics to handle any project with ease. From a simple quaint relaxing pool house to an entire 15 plus acre Walker lane subdivision, Mark has done them all.

First and Foremost

First and foremost is honesty and ethics, never is there a kickback or commission to himself on any of his jobs. Mark works tirelessly to get each client the best job at the best price every time.

Second

Mark's attention to detail that is second to know one. Not many individuals understand every aspect of every detail on every job. From fireplaces to framing and plumbing to permits, Mark understands them all, and through this understanding coordinates each detail to work in harmony with all others for a perfect fit the first time. Understandably, saving the client time and money.

Third

Third is his ability to listen and make each and every clients dream realized. Typically, many people experience painful moments when working with a general contractor. With over $100 million in projects under his belt Mark has never had bad situation arise with a single client that has led to conflict in any way.